Family, Friends & Fellow Officers Remember...

One day as the crowds were gathering, Jesus went up the hillside with His disciples and sat down and taught them there.
"Humble men are very fortunate!" He
said, "for the Kingdom of Heaven is
given to them. Those who mourn are fortunate for they shall be comforted.
The meek and lowly are fortunate
for the whole wide world belongs to
them. Happy are those who long to be just and good for they shall be
completely satisfied. Happy are the kind and merciful for they shall be shown mercy. Happy are those whose hearts are pure for they shall
see God. Happy are those who strive for peace for they shall be called Sons of God. Happy are those who are persecuted because they are good and the Kingdom of Heaven is theirs. When you are reviled and persecuted and lied about because you are My
followers- WONDERFUL! Be happy
about it. Be glad for a tremendous reward awaits you up in Heaven. And remember, the ancient prophets
were persecuted, too." Matt. 5: 1-12

The Beattitudes from the Sermon On
The Mount, Living Bible Translation

June 5, 2005

Detective Young,
We caught the coward that did this to you! You watched over us and protected us during our search. Now you can fly high and continue to watch over your wife, daughters, and us. You are the defination of a true hero. You made the ultimate sacrafice and that sir is why you will never be forgotton. The city misses you, but we will continue in your honor! Fligh high blue angle.

Police Officer
Colorado

June 5, 2005

While I was watching Cops tonight (how appropriate) the announcement came on that the U.S. Marshals caught your killer down in Mexico. Finally a little closure, and the hope that he won't hurt anybody else and will face justice. My prayers are still with your family and all of your brothers and sisters in blue.

Anonymous
Colorado

June 4, 2005

It's true what they have all been saying..."
Your watch is over, your brothers in blue will take over now" And that they won't let that SOB get away with what he did...

Raul Garcia-Gomez, 19, was captured by U.S. Marshals this evening in Mexico!

Hopefully you can rest a bit easier knowing justice does prevail.

Humble Citizen

June 4, 2005

I initially checked this website to see how many officers had been killed in the line of duty in denver to see if it would be a good place to start my law enforcement career. After reading about you and also reading your reflections it is without a doubt an excellent place to start. Thank you for inspiring me and my only hope is that I can live up to the expectation you set for yourself. I look forward to serving in your ranks.

RICHARD MARTINEZ
FUTURE LAW ENFORCEMENT OFFICER

June 4, 2005

I was a former resident of Denver and i have tremendous respect for the officers that protect the city of Denver and my thoughts and prayers go out to the family of officer young and the residents of Denver and hopefully they will catch the coward who did this.

Rick Haulbrook - Saint Paul, MN

June 2, 2005

Growing up in Colorado, it was brave men like you that made me want to be a police officer.
Today I work in Phoenix, AZ as a police officer, but the loss of a Colorado hero hits especially close to home.
God bless you and your family.

Det. Young, you better believe none of us will stop looking for this coward until we find him.

It would be wise for the coward to stay out of Phoenix!

God Speed sir.

Officer
Phoenix PD

June 1, 2005

I wish to offer my condolences to Det. Young's family and friends. Although I did not know him personally it strikes each one of us as a tragedy when one is struck down. I pray for a quick relief for your suffering and always remember with great pride that Det. Young was one who made a difference. You will be in my thoughts and prayers

Keith McCarron
Minneapolis Police Communications

May 27, 2005

In the blue corner, fighting out of the Mile High City, Sir Donald Young.

Truly, you were a man who made the badge, not the other way around. You lived life red-lined and easily conveyed a gentleman's spirit. All who met you knew that you were GENUINE. Your spirit will be remembered every time we "glove up".

Oh yeah, the coward will be caught. . .

Your family will be taken good care of brother.

Dear Jack, we need you back soon. Know that we love you and are there for you.

We are blessed and humbled by having known you as a friend. We will never forget.

-Joey Rodarte
Denver Police Brotherhood

Sgt. Joe Rodarte
Denver Police Department

May 25, 2005

Rest in peace Det. Young. Tell my brother hello for me, I'm sure he's already made you laugh a few time by now. Forever remembered!

Kevin Cannon

May 23, 2005

I was there when you were a new EPSO dep, the boating days in Pueblo, the leg braces we both donned while healing, our weddings and receptions and the BBQs & fondues to go with movie nights.

The years had passed and seeing you w/your new Denver PD crew at the AFA football game...we never missed a beat. I will never forget the laughter and joy you brought to so many. Always a friend to be counted on.

Our hearts and love are with your family.

Deputy G. Cirka
EPSO

May 22, 2005

Donald, you lived life to protect all of us. For that we are all proud of you. You will never be forgotten. God bless your wife and children. What a sensless tradedy!!!!!!!

KerryAnn Ratzlaff
Wife of Cayce Sc. police officer

May 22, 2005

My brother Donald, May your badge forever shine. May the lord hold you in his arms, as you will hold all of us in yours.

Michael A. Ratzlaff
Cayce Dep. Of Public Safety Cayce Sc.

May 22, 2005

To the family of Detective Young, even though I am not in Law Enforcement, I still feel your loss. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. May you rest easy knowing that you have a Blue Gardian Angel above watching over you.
To you Detective, Rest in peace. You're watch is through. Know that your sisters, and brothers will take over.

Rest In Peace Detective Young.

"Blessed are the Peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God"
Matthew 5;9

Colorado Firefighter/EMT

May 21, 2005

God bless you and your family. We will keep all of you in our hearts and prayers. Now you walk a beat on the streets of gold in heaven.

police officer
Baton Rouge Police Dept. , Baton Rouge, LA

May 20, 2005

Rest in Peace Brother, Our thought and prayers go out to you and your family.
God Bless and keep watch over us.

Patrolman E. Kraft
Grove Police Department Grove, Oklahoma

May 18, 2005

Rest Det. Young, The next watch will pick up. As a Soldier and a Police officer This will not go unfinished.

"Justice will be served"
"HALO ALL THE WAY"
Mitch

SSG Mitchell, RB
United States Army, Ft Carson, Co

May 17, 2005

G-d Speed my Brother

UC
Ohio DPS Inv Unit

May 17, 2005

I am so grateful that this community was blessed with somebody with so much dedication to Law Enforcement, and saddened by the senseless crime that took you too soon. My prayers are with your family and all of your friends and co-workers during this time.

Anonymous
Colorado

May 17, 2005

To the family and friends of Det. Young:
Rest assured that the coward will be brought down. The officer's, deputies, and troopers of Colorado will see to it that justice is served. Love and sympathy to all of our families that have lost loved ones in the line of duty...With Sympathy

To the Coward:
You will not win...You will be brought to justice...Your cowardly act has brought forth the wrath of the thin blue line...next time, fight like a man!!! You better pray that your not found in my city!!! Remember...Law Enforcement is an international family.

COWARD!

Police Officer
Denver Metro

May 16, 2005

My heart and prayers are with the wife, children, family, friends and coworkers of Detective Young. May God bless you all. A fine officer whose life was taken way to soon. May the children of Detective Young know always that their dad is a true HERO and will not be forgotten.

Deb Azure
Mother of Deputy Renee Danell Azure
EOW 08/06/02

May 16, 2005

MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS GO OUT TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. YOU WILL BE MISSED MY BROTHER IN BLUE. YOU SERVICE WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN. REST IN PEACE.

OFFICER DAVID BREAUX
GONZALES CITY POLICE,LOUISIANA

May 16, 2005

Thank you for your service brother. We will miss you and will always remember. Patrol the gates of the kingdom of God and always watch over us all. We will see you again! God Bless.

Officer Jeff Outlar
Northglenn PD Colorado

May 15, 2005

May you rest in peace and your family know that you are a hero in every sense of the word.

Trooper
Utah Highway Patrol

May 15, 2005

Rest in Peace...

Police Officer
Syracuse Police Dept,NY

May 14, 2005